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Q: How does a generator transfer switch save me money?

• <div><p>It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you&rsquo;ll have to pay between <b>$400 and $2,500</b> to have the transfer switch installed, you&rsquo;ll recoup that amount later on when you don&rsquo;t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-hook-up-generator-to-house.htm">hook up of a generator to your home</a>. </p></div>

Q: Do you need a permit to install a permanent or whole-house generator?

• <div><p>In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between <b>$50 and $250</b>, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you&mdash;and might be required to do so by your building department&mdash;but you&rsquo;ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.</p></div>

Q: Do you have to turn off the main breaker when using a generator?

• <div><p>As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator&rsquo;s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.</p></div>

Q: How much horsepower do I need?

• <div><p>If your home already has a grinder pump and you&rsquo;re still noticing issues (like frequently clogged toilets and sinks), it could be time to upgrade your grinder pump. Start by checking your existing horsepower. If there are four or fewer people living in your home, using a 1/2-horsepower grinder pump should be sufficient. Larger households should consider investing in a 1-horsepower grinder pump to maximize wastewater removal efforts.</p></div>

Q: Can a portable generator power an entire home?

• <div><p>A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/installing-whole-house-generator.htm">whole-home generator</a> instead. </p></div>

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Last update on December 15, 2025

Reviewed in December 2025
Unfortunately, this is set up for just fence work. Jake did a gut and remodel and partiallybuilt a deck! He did not get it right and then he walked. He put post covers on, sent me pictures showing them on, then took them off and left them off. He didn't do the railing as instructed and said...
Trails End Roofing And Construction
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Reviewed in August 2025
50 percent of the estimated cost was paid to start the the project first to build a retaintbg wall second to replace a garage side door with a awning over the door to protect it from the weather next to repair a 20 ft roof over the back yard deck.additional concrete was poured for the garage...
Dream Builds Construction
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Reviewed in May 2023
They were prompt and got the job done. Courteous, clean, and called me Miss Cathy. Cleaned up afterwards. UPDATE: A trench digger was run and they broke the sewer line. Never told me about it or even tried to fix. I requested my breaker box be changed from 100 amp to 200. They left old one in...
Vibe Electrical Services, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
Roger was here promptly & ordered a part after 1st visit. 2nd visit Roger came out again to install part. He was very friendly and spent the time to assist me moving around the food in my freezer. That was above and beyond customer service.
Straight Edge Appliance Service & Repair
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Reviewed in February 2022
This company installed some fence for me! Answered all of my calls, were on time, did great work, all at a reasonable price!! Definitely give ‘em a call!!
Crawfords Fencing and Dirt Work
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Reviewed in April 2021
Hard working friendly crew who installed my roof and took exceptional care for detail with the install and the clean up. They were not the cheapest or the most expensive. I told them I'd call when I was ready and they were patient and was not pressured in any way. The professionalism they...
JSI Roofing
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Reviewed in February 2021
Amazing company! Has very competitive prices, explained everything quickly and concisely. They installed my water conditioner and purifier the next day and even fixed a lot of sloppy work that had been done by the previous installers of an existing water softener & heater. Highly...
H2O to Go
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Reviewed in December 2020
Installers were on time and did neat detailed work, cleaning up everything before they left.
Rain Guard of Tulsa, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2018
On time for both estimates and work. Completed on time....installer was a great guy!
The Original Plumber, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2017
Mr Yoder and his team did an amazing job on installing our steel siding and gutters! They were honest, kept us informed, showed up every day on time, made sure we were satisfied. It is so refreshing to have that kind of experience!!!!
ABC Seamless of Northeast Oklahoma
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Serving Bernice, OK and surrounding areas

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"Chris did a very efficient job and quick job in doing the install of the ceiling fan on my back patio"

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Donohue's Lightning Rods

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In business since 1971

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"Within minutes after submitting an inquiry, Seamus contacted me to find out specifics of my project and although he provided an estimate, he was receptive to coming out for a site visit before I committed. Edward came for the preliminary site visit and afterwards, I accepted their proposal. Cliff, the installer, communicated with me with scheduling and was very professional and easy deal with. Edward performed an inspection after install to make sure everything was done properly. The people representing this company seem very knowledgeable about their work and is backed up by generations of experience."

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"John Corrigan and his sons are outstanding! They did outstanding work installing our lighting rods at a reasonable price. They were prompt, very professional and honest. I would call them again and recommend them to anyone."

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Ollie's Electric, LLC

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Serving Bernice, OK and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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"Ollie’s Electric LLC did all of the electrical work on my lake home remodel. Tracy was very professional from start to finish and was always happy to answer any questions during the project . I am very satisfied with the outcome of the work performed. His attention to detail and taking the extra time to ensure the job was done correctly is what separates this company from the others. I would highly recommend to any home owner!"

Response time7 hrs

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In business since 2009

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"Joe, Mark, and Their Team did a Splendid Job for Us on this Business Phone Line Install. There are Very Knowledgeable and provided the Needed Assessment and "Fix" in a Very Timely Manner. I Highly Recommend Accent Tel USA! God Bless You! Philippians 1:3-6! Have a Wonderful Day in the Neighborhood & "Stay on the Nice List"! :)"

Response time3 hrs

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Serving Bernice, OK and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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"We spoke with Mr. Wright on Friday and he started the next day (on Labor Day weekend) and installed kitchen appliances so Iâ d have them available for the holiday. He arrived on time and was very knowledgeable. Very friendly and his prices are fair. We are using him for projects in just about every room in our house. I would recommend him and his crews for any job."

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Slaters electric

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I am a licensed electrician with 10 plus years in the field. I have taught at the Arkansas College of Electricity for the last 6 years so I am up to date on all the new rules and regulations.

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Rocky piercefield

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Maintenance electrician by trade looking for weekend jobs. Reasonable pricing.

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GENERATOR SUPERCENTER

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Serving Bernice, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

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"The electricians and plumbers were very professional in their demeanor. They worked as a team, everyone knew what to do and how to do it. They answered all my questions, but didn't let that distract them from their job. I was impressed with the speed of the installation. They cleaned up after themselves and took their trash with them."

Response time3 days

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Red, White, and Blue Lightning Protection

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Serving Bernice, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

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"Excellent workmanship. They are certified installers."

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Generator Install questions, answered by experts

It might seem counterintuitive, but installing a generator transfer switch will save you money in the long run. While you’ll have to pay between $400 and $2,500 to have the transfer switch installed, you’ll recoup that amount later on when you don’t have to pay for expensive repairs to your appliances, devices, and electrical system that may have burned out, overloaded, or stopped working due to a sudden loss of power or an incorrect hook up of a generator to your home.

In most municipalities, you will need a permit to install a permanent home generator, including emergency backup, partial-home, and whole-home generators. A permit for a generator usually costs between $50 and $250, depending on where you live. Your electrician or certified generator installer will usually pull the permit for you—and might be required to do so by your building department—but you’ll be on the hook for the cost of the permit. You should ask your installer before agreeing to any work if they will pull the necessary permits for your project.

As a safety measure, you should always turn off the main breaker while operating your generator’s backup breaker. In addition, you should also switch off all appliance breakers so you don't have a power surge when the main breaker turns back on. And finally, turning off the main breaker prevents back-feeding, which endangers utility workers with the risk of electrocution. Back-feeding could also destroy the electrical circuits of your neighbors if they use the same power network.

If your home already has a grinder pump and you’re still noticing issues (like frequently clogged toilets and sinks), it could be time to upgrade your grinder pump. Start by checking your existing horsepower. If there are four or fewer people living in your home, using a 1/2-horsepower grinder pump should be sufficient. Larger households should consider investing in a 1-horsepower grinder pump to maximize wastewater removal efforts.

A portable generator can supply power to selected appliances and circuits in a home, but it's generally not designed to handle the entire household's electrical needs simultaneously. Portable generators have limited wattage capacity, so they are only designed to power essential devices and electronics temporarily until local power is restored. If your power needs outweigh the capabilities of a portable generator, consider installing a whole-home generator instead.

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